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The front loader test rig is part of the 3,800m2 igus test laboratory. The aim of this rig is to test various combinations of plain bearings and shafts for the agricultural and construction machine sector under realistic conditions. Each test examines various combinations in a direct comparison. This makes it possible to test various iglidur materials as well as metallic bearings.
The test rig allows us to compare existing customer solutions (such as steel bushings, metal-rolled bearings with Teflon coating, bronze bearings etc.) in a real application with maintenance-free iglidur plain bearings.
The results are not only important with regard to front loaders, but can also be applied to other applications involving heavy loads. Similar parameters can generally be found in all applications which are driven by a hydraulic cylinder.
We would be happy to offer you a test for your plain bearing application. According to the required parameters, of course, further test rigs are available to test the application as closely to real conditions as possible.
| Tank | Volume flow | Working pressure | Motor | Control system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300l | 66l/min. | Max. 220 bar | 11kW | PLC controlled with 10" touch display |
| Travels | Vibrating operation | Max. load | Vmax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single trip | Single | 500kg (variable) | 4 cycles/min. at full pivot |
| Single trip combined | Multiple | ||
| Synchronous travel |
Comparison: Metal composite bearings, iglidur Q2 and iglidur Z plain bearings
Test result: Not all iglidur materials are suitable for use on galvanised surfaces.
Comparison: Metallic rolled bearing, iglidur Z and iglidur Q plain bearing
Test result: The combination of the plain bearing material iglidur Z with a hard chrome CF53 shaft has the lowest wear rate here.
Comparison: Metal composite bearings and iglidur J plain bearings
Test result: Even at high loads, the wear of iglidur J plain bearings is much lower than with metal composite bearings.
In the test: Metallic rolled bearings, iglidur Q, iglidur G and iglidur Z plain bearings
Test result: iglidur Z delivered the best result by far.
The front loader test rig is part of the igus test laboratory. Here, various plain bearing and shaft combinations are tested on the front loader for the agricultural and construction machinery sector under realistic conditions.
Test result: Not all iglidur materials are suitable for use on galvanised surfaces.
Test result: The combination of the plain bearing material iglidur Z and a hard-chromed CF53 shaft has the lowest wear rate.
Test result: The results for iglidur J are good even in the case of high loads.
Test result: Clear results on nitrocarburised shaft.
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